2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, both 2009 Dodge Charger and 2009 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,806 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 156 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.

Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Charger 2009 Porsche Cayenne
Make Dodge Porsche
Model Charger Cayenne
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 4806 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 380 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 12.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1692 kg 1536 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 100 L


 

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